Vitamix E310 Reviews: A Quick Peek on What the Blender Can Do and Not Do

It’s no secret Vitamix is the best blender for making a perfect smoothie. But have you ever desired to have the machine in your home kitchen? If yes, then you probably know that the brand is pretty hard to get for most of us. True, many of the Vitamix E310 reviews out there say this specific model is relatively affordable compared to its siblings. But then, is it a worthwhile investment?

Well, that’s what I want us to talk about here today in case you’ve been eying on the model or coveting a budget-friendly Vitamix for a long time. However, I’ll not just focus on the pros the brand advertises while enticing us to buy the product. But also the hidden drawbacks that you may come to learn later after buying.

The 5 Best Reasons Why You Should Get Vitamix E310

Is the Vitamix E310 worth it? Well, in my opinion, yes, the blender’s worth it and for several reasons. They include:

• The E310 is more affordable than other countertop Vitamix blenders
• The blender can handle small blends with minimal splattering issues
• Vitamix E310 can fit under the standard 18-inch cabinet without a hassle
• The Explorian blender’s durable and also come with a 5-year Full warranty
• The machine makes cute smoothies, nut butters, frozen desserts, hot soups, and mojito
• The Blender has variable speeds for better control when making salsa and pesto recipes

When You Might Need to Find an Alternative Blender

Similar to many machines, the Vitamix E310 does have its drawbacks as well. They include:

• No automated blending: you can’t have the walk-away convenience
• Relatively loud when blending: can’t blend without your neighbors knowing
• No Wireless connectivity: can’t use the personal blending cups without the adapter
• Has a basic design: not the best if you need a fancy style for your smart kitchen setting

Vitamix E310 Review: Comparing The Features And Capabilities of the Blender

Vitamix E310 Price and Accessories

FACT	Vitamix E310	Vitamix 7500	Vitamix A3500
Release Date	2017	2013	2016
Class	Explorian	G-Series	Ascent
Blending Jar	Tritan Plastic	Tritan Plastic	Tritan Plastic
Available Colors	3 Options [Black, Slate & Red]	3 Options [Black, Red, & White]	6 Options (White, Red, Graphite, Copper, black, and brushed stainless)
Dimensions	8.0 x 9.0 x 18.0 inches	7.7 x 9.4 x 17.4 inches	8.0 x 11.0 x 17.0 inches
Capacity	48-oz	64-oz	64-oz
Blade Diameter	3 inches	4 inches	4 inches
Motor Output	Approx. 1380 watts	Approx.. 1500 watts	Approx. 1500 Watts
Controls	Variable speed dial, Pulse	Variable speed dial, Pulse	Variable speed dial, Pulse, preset programs, & smart App
Preset Features	None	None	Five (17 via smart app)
Timer	NO	NO	YES
Attachments	Personal cup adapter	Personal cup adapter	Personal cups Food processor
Warranty	5 Years Standard Warranty	7 Years Standard Warranty	10 Years Standard Warranty
View Price	Vitamix E310 Price	Vitamix 7500 Price	Vitamix A3500 Price
	$349.95 at Vitamix	$559.95 at Vitamix	$649.95 at Vitamix

Overall, the entire Vitamix Explorian series, which consists of E310 and E320, has budget-friendly blenders. However, the Vitamix E320 is a bit more expensive as it comes with a larger blending container and more power.

Meanwhile, the E310 usually sells for around $350 on regular days. However, the provider tends to have limited-time offers, like now, whereby you can save few bucks on your favorite products.

At that price, Vitamix will send your E310 with a motor base, medium blending jar, mini-tamper, and a cookbook. But still, why is Vitamix E310 cheaper than other models from the Ohio maker.

Well, for one, the blending container is smaller, the standard warranty’s shorter, then the machine only supports manual blending.

Vitamix E310 Performance

First of all, the Vitamix E310 blender has everything you need and nothing you don’t. If it’s the power, the blender shares the 2.0HP motor of the flagship classic Vitamix 5200. Of course, the motor size is the lowest of the brand’s line of full-size blenders, but it still manages to deliver 1380-watt output. So, you should be able to use the blender for juicing and smoothies without having to taste fruit chunks or even fibers.

If it’s a hot afternoon while at home, you can also make frozen desserts or cocktails in seconds. And in case you don’t do dairy, you can make your milk from nuts like cashews or almonds.

Furthermore, the Vitamix Explorian can prepare you super-smooth, creamy staple sauces, hummus, and nut butters. And considering its small container design, you should be able to handle small batches of 3 cups with no issues.

Can Vitamix E310 make hot soup?

Other than the beverages and thick blends, the Vitamix E310 also do handle food prep tasks well. You can chop vegetables for salads and salsas, which, of course, shouldn’t be an issue when you use the pulse button and variable speed dial.

Moreover, you can toss your Spanish Gazpacho ingredients in the blender and you’ll have a super-smooth, chilled soup. You can even prepare your favorite warm carrot soup right from the blender after running it on the highest speed for about six minutes. But if in a rush with time, you can lightly cook everything from the recipe in a pan on a stove. Then, transfer the mixture to your Vitamix blender and blend until a fine consistency.

Can Vitamix E310 Blend With the 64-Oz Container

Before all else, should you share Vitamix containers across the various blender series? A quick answer, YES and No. Why?

Before 2016, all the classic Vitamix blenders could share containers. Of course, the company claimed that you shouldn’t interchange containers between the blenders of the low-profile pitcher and those of the standard tall jar. But some of the blenders could still blend, only that it’s a potential risk considering some motors are more powerful.

A good example, in this case, is the Vitamix E310 and the classic tall 64-oz container of the model 5200. Both systems are already sharing the same (2.0HP) motor. So, even the container shouldn’t be an issue to interchange.

Regardless, the 48-oz container that comes with the Vitamix E310 can make a little over four cups of blends. So, it may be enough if you only live alone or blends small amounts most of the time. If you want to blend for a large family, the 64-ounce container should suffice.

Note, the E310 doesn’t have wireless connectivity with the Vitamix V1200 and the Ascent models. So, you’ll need to have the personal cup adapter (PCA) to blend with the 20-ounce and 8-ounce cups.

How Vitamix E310 Uses Space

Technically, Vitamix E310 is a countertop blender, only with a short blending container. As you can see in the table above, the blender has a base footprint almost like that of the Vitamix 7500. So, you might want to check out a blender like Nutribullet Pro or Nutri Ninja if you have a space problem.

Meanwhile, the E310 blender, with the container mounted to its base, can fit under most standard kitchen cabinets without a hassle. If you decide to get the tall container, the total height will increase from 18 inches to about 21 inches. Thus, it won’t now fit under that cabinet while mounted.

Moreover, the Vitamix E310 weighs roughly eleven pounds, which should be effortless and quick to move around the house. However, the machine’s quite bulky to consider it for blending on the go in your RV, or in any other kind of travel for that matter.

Is the Vitamix E310 Loud?

Indeed, many blenders are usually loud when running at the highest setting. The Vitamix 5200 is, then recently I got a chance to try the Nutribullet Select and it’s also loud.

When we now come to the Vitamix E310, it’s a high-power blender. However, it doesn’t have thicker insulation like the Vitamix A2500 and A3500 or the noise-dampening technology of the Vitamix 750 and 780. So, I won’t lie to you that the model’s quiet. But I can say you’ll find it even louder when blending frozen fruits or ice cubes and grinding dry grains.

Is the Blender Easy to use it?

In general, all Vitamix blenders are easy to use. The same applies to our cheaper Explorian model E310, which still relies on the motor power to blend stuff. So, you can put into the blending jar large chunks of fruits and whole vegetables like carrots, and the machine will still pulverize all. You won’t need to further chop down the fruits or crush the frozen foods as with those regular blenders under $50.

In addition to that, the Vitamix E310 uses a container with a fixed blade, which means it’s easier to set up. Then, the two control buttons, for pulsing and variable speed, are easy and smooth to turn.

Note, the Explorian, like many Vitamix blenders after 2012, have an electronic soft start. So, the motor will always ramp up the speed, whether you start the machine at the lowest or maximum speed.

Also, the E310 doesn’t have factory preprogrammed settings or a timer, neither is it compatible with the Vitamix Smartblend app. So, it won’t provide walk-away convenience if that’s what you want.

How Easy Is It To Clean?

*All Vitamix blenders are very easy to clean. It’s a crucial care practice if you want to prolong the life of your machine and maintain your healthy diet.

You can clean your Vitamix E310 in three different ways, just like with the others from the brand. The first method is Self-cleaning, whereby you allow your blender to clean itself by blending a mixture of warm, soapy water. You’ll find it best if you were preparing thin blends, soups, or food prep.

But again, the E310 doesn’t have a dedicated self-cleaning cycle. Thus, you’ll have to manually blend the warm soapy water mixture for 45 – 60 seconds.

If you were using your blender for acai bowls and other thick/ sticky blenders, the self-cleaning feature might not be effective. That’s the swirling soapy mixture might be unable to remove the stubborn residue that may have dried on the walls of the jar or hide under the blades.

So, in this case, you can clean your Vitamix by hand-washing in warm soapy water. Once done, you just rinse in clean running water and drain it so you can put it in storage.

The third and last way you can clean your Vitamix E310 is while using the dishwasher machine. That’s right. You can put your blending container, lid, lid plug, centering pad, and tamper on the top rack of your magic chore machine. Then, hit the cleaning cycle.

Note, you’ll notice a “Do not immerse” symbol on your motor base. So, to clean it, you just need to wipe it with a damp cloth.

How Long Can the Vitamix E310 Last?

In the question of durability, Vitamix creates all its blenders to last, and this doesn’t change even for our budget Explorian. The maker incorporates its long-established craftsmanship with high-grade materials and components as we shall see below.

Container: The blending container of the Vitamix is a tough Eastman Tritan plastic material, which is impact-resistant. So, you can use it to work on your ice and frozen fruits without the fear of shattering. If you want to keep your kitchen plastic-free, Vitamix does have a stainless steel blending container that you can buy separately.

Blade: The Explorian E310, just like any other full-size Vitamix blender uses hardened (they say aircraft-grade) stainless steel blades. Hence, the reason you’ll never hear of a Vitamix having a broken blade.

Motor: Vitamix engineers and assembles the motors of its blenders here in the USA while using quality parts and components. They have also integrated a cooling fan on the motor shaft inside the blender and a thermal protection override. Hence, allowing the machine to self-cool and also switch off in case it gets too hot.

Motor base: The motor base of the Vitamix E310’s is also a high-impact plastic, with ventilation openings on the sides, all around. Sadly, the model isn’t amongst those with a metallic finish, as with Vitamix 750 or A3500. But you can still have it for a long time without having to worry about scratches.

Tamper: the blender comes with a mini-tamper that’s only compatible with the 48-oz and 32-o containers. It (tamper) also comprises BPA-free plastic that’s tough enough to clean in the dishwasher without damage.

Warranty: As was mentioned earlier, the E310 has a shorter warranty policy than other blenders from the Vitamix. It has a standard 5-year warranty, which is shorter than the 7 years of the Vitamix E320 and 10 years on the Ascent A3500.

Note, the warranty rights apply as stated to all the consumers. However, I would recommend registering your product for easier and faster access to customer service needs. You can register your product at www.vitamix.com/warranty or by calling customer service at 1-800-848-2649.

Remember, Vitamix supports all its products with full warranties, including the parts, performance, labor, and shipping costs. Hence, the reason you shouldn’t have any concerns when buying your system.

Key Takeaway: How does Vitamix E310 Compare with other blenders?

Here’s a quick summary of how the Explorian machine compares with the other blenders before and after it.

Vitamix E310 vs 5200

The credit goes to the E310 as it’s cheaper despite both blenders sharing a similar motor. Also, it’s much shorter and can fit under most cupboards while the container’s still mounting on the base.

Vitamix E310 vs 750 Pro

The Vitamix 750 Pro is the winner here, for sure. Not only does it blend more capacity, but also has five preset programs for walk-away convenience. Also, the blender is available in premium metallic finishes and it’s significantly quieter when blending.

Vitamix E310 vs Turboblend 3-Speed

My point goes to the Vitamix E310 as it’s several bucks cheaper, has ten different blending speeds, and can fit under the standard 18-inch cupboard space. The TurboBlend 3-Speed has only three speed settings (low/ medium/ high), which may be hard to control the texture of some blends.

Vitamix E310 vs A2500

Vitamix A2500 is a much better choice here. It has a sleek design for smart kitchen settings, a built-in timer, and three preprogram settings. The machine also has proprietary Self-detect technology. So you can use the food processor attachment and the single-serve personal cups without the adapter.

Vitamix E310 vs A3300

The Vitamix A3300 has an elegant digital display, a programmable timer, and a digital speed dial with no absolute zero. It also has wireless technology, in which case you can directly connect the single-serve personal cups and food processor attachment.

Vitamix E310 vs S30

The Vitamix S30 is part of the space-saving blenders from Vitamix. You can use to blend small batches with 40-ounce or 20-ounce containers without the personal cup adapter. Then, you can make the 20-ounce blending container into a travel cup with a flip-top lid. So, the points, in this case, are for the S-Series blender.

So, Should You Buy an E310?

We all have different preferences and expectations when it comes to blenders. What you want to do with your blender may not be the same idea I’ve in mind. So, the question of whether you should get the Vitamix E310 depends on what you’ve planned in mind.

In my opinion, though, the E310 is an excellent blender to start with if you have a small family to share with the smoothies. It offers the same full performance you’ll get with other Vitamix blenders but at a lower cost. Then, you could add the 64-ounce container later on.

Nonetheless, the Explorian blender doesn’t have wireless connectivity. So, you might want to consider the Vitamix Ascent or Venturist models if you need a machine that you can blend with the travel cups without the bulky adapter. Or perhaps if you want your blender to use the food processor attachment.